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Sharing the history of a Battle of Britain airfield
  • Aerial shot of RAF Kenley and Kenley Common today
    Aerial shot of RAF Kenley and Kenley Common today

Discover the most intact airfield from WWII

The Kenley Revival Project is a Heritage Lottery Funded project which aims to preserve and protect the most intact fighter airfield from World War II. From our website you’ll be able to see the progress of our project, submit any stories or memories you have and find out how you can volunteer and come to one of our events. Find out more about us or get in touch.

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  • The Bombing of Chaldon Rd, 4th November, 1940.

    The Bombing of Chaldon Rd, 4th November, 1940.

  • Oral History: Paul Farnes

    Oral History: Paul Farnes

  • Pride Comes Before a Fall - Flying Officer Montgomery and the death of Dora Ball

    Pride Comes Before a Fall - Flying Officer Montgomery and the death of Dora Ball

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  • Paul Farnes DFM, AE (16 July 1918-28 Jan 2020)

    We are saddened to learn that RAF Kenley’s last fighter ace from the Battle of Britain, Wing Commander Paul Farnes ...

  • Henri Farman Bends the Rules

    On 8th February 1919, pilot Lieutenant Bossoutrot  flew from Toussus-le-Noble to Kenley in a Farman F60 Goliath, with thirteen military ...

  • 1957 Reunion at Kenley

    On the 28th January 1957, British Pathe issued this film of a reunion at Kenley’s Officers’ Mess. Lots of familiar ...
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    • Linda Duffield on Flight Lieutenant Patrick Terrance O’LearyHi Liam, It's wonderful to hear from you. We will be emailing you tomorrow.
    • Linda Duffield on A Tragedy in MaidstoneHi John, Thanks for your comment. I wish there was a plaque dedicated to the memory of Allgood and the...
    • Liam Caswell on Flight Lieutenant Patrick Terrance O’LearyHello, I am one of Terry’s great-nephews (through his sister, my paternal grandmother). Like many relatives lost in a conflict,...
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  • Kenley Revival Half Term Mini Museum

    February 22, 2020
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Merlewood Estate Office
    Something for history enthusiasts of all ages at Kenley Revival’s February Half Term Mini Museum. Kenley Revival will be joined by ...

  • "Meet the Calves" and Kenley Revival Mini Museum.

    March 28, 2020
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Kenley Revival will be opening up the Mini Museum to tell the story of RAF Kenley with more objects, photographs and documents. PLUS you can meet this year's calves!
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